Recruit Police

Responsibilities

Maintain Public Order: Respond to emergencies, prevent crime, and
maintain public safety.

Investigate Crime: Collect evidence, conduct interviews, and gather
intelligence.

Protect the Public: Safeguard individuals and communities.

Community Engagement: Build relationships with the public, foster
trust, and address concerns.

Court Work: Prepare case files and provide evidence in court.

Entry Requirements

Age: Minimum age of 17 to apply, but must be 18 to begin training.

Nationality: British citizen or hold Indefinite Leave to Remain.

Education: At least Level 3 qualifications or equivalent (A-levels, BTEC, etc.).

Background Check: Clean criminal record, with thorough vetting and security
checks

Job Roles

Police Officer: Frontline law enforcement and public protection.

Police Community Support Officer (PCSO): Supporting police officers by dealing with anti-social behavior and other community
concerns.

Special Constable: Volunteer police officers with full powers.

Detective: Specialist in investigating serious crimes.

Control Room Operator: Managing emergency calls and dispatching officers.

Support Staff: Roles in IT, finance, HR, and administration.

The Selection Process

Initial Application: Submit an online application through the Hampshire Police
website.

Assessment Centre: Includes written exercises, group work, and an interview.

Competency-Based Interview: Based on the Competency and Values Framework
for policing.

Pre-Employment Checks: Background checks, medical examination, and fitness
test.

Pay Scale

Starting Salary: £28,551 for police officers (post-probation) with incremental
increases.

Progression: Salary increases with rank and experience, with opportunities for
promotions.

PCSOs: Starting salary of approximately £24,000.

Support Staff: Salaries vary depending on the role, qualifications, and
experience.

Holidays and Leave

Annual Leave: 22 days of paid leave, increasing with service length.

Additional Leave: Paid time off for maternity/paternity leave, sick
leave, and bereavement.

Flexible Working: Options for part-time work, job sharing, and other
flexible arrangements.

Health Requirements

Medical Examination: A comprehensive health check before employment.

Vision Standards: Must meet minimum eyesight requirements for both near and
far vision.

Hearing Requirements: Satisfactory hearing is essential for police work.

Pre-Existing Conditions: Some conditions may disqualify candidates, depending
on severity and impact on job performance.

Fitness Requirements

Fitness Test: Candidates must complete a shuttle run (bleep
test) to level 5.4.

Physical Endurance: Officers need to maintain physical fitness
throughout their career.

Ongoing Fitness: Regular physical assessments and maintaining
a healthy lifestyle are important to meet job demands.